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Heil Trailer recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the Heil Trailer, covering 177 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Heil Trailer recalls by model year

2003 12002 12001 12000 21999 1

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Service brakes, air: antilock: ABS warning lightReported October 15, 2003 · 171 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain trailers equipped with bendix ec-30t electronic control units (ecu). If the trailer-mounted ABS warning lamp circuit experiences an electrical short and the short is not repaired, the high side power switch inside the ecu that controls the illumination of the trailer-mounted ABS warning lamp may eventually become thermally stressed and experience an electrical short.
Risk
In an over-current condition in the ecu and lead to excessive heat, smoke, and possible fire.
Remedy
Detailed instructions and also provide a labor allowance for the repair. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bendix at 1‑800‑478‑1793 or heil at 1‑800‑400‑6913.

Recall number 03V397000 · Recall details

Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported April 3, 2000 · 6 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle equipment: petroleum tanker trailers equiped with bendix air brake system air dryers. The retaining bolts for the reed covers on either end of the trailer air dryer may crack causing the bolt heads to come off.
Risk
The air brake system can leak air out from the air dryer causing a low air warning buzzer and eventually the trailer parking brakes coming to full apply or the trailer's parking brakes can engage without prior warning.
Remedy
Bendix is conducting the owner notification for this recall. Owners are instructed to contact bendix at 1‑800‑478‑1793 to receive a replacement unit. Bendix will replace the trailer air dryers without charge.

Recall number 00V127001 · Recall details

Questions about the Heil Trailer recalls

How do I check if my Heil Trailer has an open recall?

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the Heil Trailer have?

2, covering service brakes, air.

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